Cherokee County Nursing Center
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1201 North Vinita Avenue · Tahlequah, OK 74464 · 139 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
13
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Cited deficiencies
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October 11, 2022 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 11, 2022 · E
Citation F0801Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 11, 2022 · D
Citation F0919Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0919 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 11, 2022 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 11, 2022 · E
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 11, 2022 · E
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 11, 2022 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 11, 2022 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-10-11 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-11-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 3.91 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit - Partnership
CMS Care Compare chain: Bridges Health
Chain ID 91 · 34 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Bridges Esop, INC
parent · PAC 0648660134
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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Median · OK$6,367/moNursing Homes
Median · OK$7,026/moOther licensed providers in Tahlequah, with their own public records.
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